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Cognitec develops a face recognition engine and related technologies that allow: recognition of persons in still photographs or videos comparison to image databases analysis of person characteristics
Cognitec’s products implement the different processes involved in today’s identity management systems using facial data for: identity veri� cation duplicate check background check real-time identi� cation in video streams or footage acquisition of standards-based biometric portraits
At the same time, Cognitec’s products enable commercial and consumer applications using facial images to: recognize VIP customers index and sort photographs in digital photo albums analyze people � ow by count, age, gender and other measures enable digital signage devices to tailor advertisements authenticate users during phone, PC, and banking login
Cognitec’s research and development efforts have always focused on biometric performance. Continued tests of government authorities and industry clients have validated Cognitec‘s leadership position within the face recognition market since 2002, resulting in a track record of successful reference projects worldwide.
Identi� cation performanceClosed-set identi� cation performance in Grayscale FERET Duplicate I Test
B10 engine (2016)
B2 engine (FRVT 2006)
FRVT 2002 engine
For algorithm training and optimization, Cognitec uses internal proprietary databases which do not contain any data from test databases.
The ’Duplicate I’ test involves the following subsets of the FERET database: a gallery including 1196 images of 1181 persons and a probe set of 722 images of 242 persons.
*NIST: National Institute of Standards and Technology
Various independent evaluation tests have proven the market-leading recognition accuracy and speed of our FaceVACS® software.
More than twenty years of algorithm research and optimization have resulted in outstanding independence from variances such as head pose, facial mimic, age, hair styles, glasses, and temporary lighting changes.
FRVT 2002 NIST‘s* � rst Face Recognition Vendor Test awarded Cognitec’s software best performance among all participants for large-scale veri� cation, identi� cation and watch list scenarios.
FRVT 2006 The NIST test conducted in 2006 con� rmed the leading performance of Cognitec‘s technology. With 22 participating companies and research institutes, only Cognitec and ten other participants could complete the large-scale tests, and only Cognitec and one other company could deliver
measurements in four different test scenarios for still images and 2D/3D data. Cognitec also exceeded the goal speci� ed by the so-called Face Recognition Grand Challenge, or FRGC, which was to prove increased recognition performance compared to the FRVT 2002.
MBE 2010 The results of the MBE 2010/MBE-STILL reaf� rmed the excellent performance of Cognitec‘s algorithms, in particular for identi� cation use cases, and showed substantial performance improvement over the previous test.
Leading the Industry
Cognitec develops market-leading face recognition technologies and applications for enterprise and government customers around the world.
FRVT 2013Cognitec maintains its position among the world‘s leading face recognition vendors. Test results on the performance of automated age estimation algorithms showed Cognitec’s algorithm performing with the highest accuracy for all age groups. Most notably, the algorithm shows superior performance in the youth and senior age groups, leading the next most accurate algorithm in 5-year accuracy by 30% and 16%, respectively.
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Find demo videos and speci� cation documents at www.cognitec.com
Cognitec develops and markets face recognition applications based on the world-leading FaceVACS technology. Easy integration of our products is ensured through open system architecture and professional support.
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FaceVACS-DBScan IDcompares images from different sources to those stored in multi-million image databases, preventing ID fraud and managing large ID photo databases. > Read more on page 5.
FaceVACS-DBScan LEcombines our image database search technology with powerful video inspection tools for a multitude of investigation use cases. The toolset includes various � lters to enhance image quality and inspect image pairs.> Read more on page 5.
FaceVACS-VideoScanrecognizes people’s faces in live video streams and video footage, compares them to image databases, and instantly � nds known persons. Anonymous facial analysis computes data to count individuals, analyze demographics and track people � ow. > Read more on page 6 and 7.
FaceVACS-Entry combines smart hardware for image acquisition with market-leading software for veri� cation processes, and is ready for integration into electronic gates (eGates) at border control checkpoints.> Read more on page 8.
FaceVACS-PortraitAcquisitionstreamlines the production of high-quality photos suitable for ID documents and future face recognition applications, and performs compliance checks for ISO 19794-5 and other standards.> Read more on page 9.
FaceVACS Engineenables customers to develop new applications using face recognition technology.> Read more on page 9.
FaceVACS-DBScan IDProducts and Technologies compare facial images from different
sources to those stored in multi-million image databases
integrate into your applications and infrastructure
search recorded video material for known or unknown persons
compare facial images to local or large central databases
instantly view match lists with the most similar identities
control thresholds and match list sizes use investigation tools and � lters to
enhance images and compare them side by side
manage demographics and other case- related data
ApplicationsLaw enforcement increase speed and accuracy of
criminal investigations � nd missing persons
ApplicationsID management prevent ID fraud � nd clerical errors in ID databases � nd duplicate ID photos in large
image databases
Photo search compare facial photographs
with image databases, e.g. of celebrities or user groups
FaceVACS-DBScan LE
Photo gallery indexing and sorting search collections of digital
images use a facial image to � nd and sort
photos automatically run on PCs or in the cloud
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ApplicationsPhysical security screening of public and private
places (e.g., malls, banks, airports, business centers, real estate) identify intruders, unauthorized
personnel, shoplifters and otherwise barred persons � nd subjects in videos recorded at
a speci� c location and time
Business intelligence count visitors by zones within
your facility detect repeat visitors and
frequency of visits detect age, gender and
ethnicity distribution
People � ow perform anonymous face
recognition to measure crowds and waiting/transit times in speci� c areas alert security staff, direct traf� c,
and enhance customer experience
Intelligent signage detect age, gender and ethnicity
of the audience and deliver tailored messages and displays
Border control check videos recorded at border
checkpoints against a watch list of undesired immigrants
VIP recognition identify registered customers
in clubs, banks or stores monitor access offer special treatment
General features
stores a high-resolution video sequence of the cropped face (face stream) for each appearance in front of a camera compares all appearances of persons
against each other in real time and clusters identities
uses Cognitec’s latest face recognitionalgorithm for fast n:n comparisons tomultiple databases
supports anonymous face recognitionfor people analytics, intelligent signage, and people � ow applications
imports sets of video/image � les for detailed investigations
provides a clear user interface with expandable pop-up screens to view data details and live video streams
FaceVACS-VideoScan instantly detect, track, recognize and
analyze people in live video streams or video footage store and view face streams for each
appearance of a person over time use anonymous face recognition to
compute people analytics while protecting privacy perform real-time comparisons to
image databases and watch lists
receive real-time signals when user- de� ned events occur de� ne, view and export statistics
about people � ow, visitor demographics, and client behavior receive signals and statistics on mobile
devices run as a stand-alone application or
integrate into third-party solutions
FaceVACS-VideoScan C5
combines face detection/tracking and camera technology in a single device
provides high image quality of machine vision cameras while using bandwidth and network structures for surveillance cameras
optimal integration with FaceVACS-VideoScan; migrates video processing intelligence of the stream processor into the input device
Real-time event display
FaceVACS-VideoScan installs with acatalog of pre-de� ned event types. An event appears on the console screenand/or a mobile device if, for example: a person is matching a gallery image a person is matching certain criteria
(e.g., male, Asian, 30-40 years old) a person is � rst seen within one area
and later within another (transit) more than n persons are seen within a
speci� ed area (crowd)
StatisticsUsers can con� gure data display for: count of individuals during a respective
time window visit count in relation to visit length average transit time distribution of male/female visitors distribution of age groups
A con� gurable mobile client allows users to set up and receive event noti� cations on phones or tablets.
Detailed investigations
supports complex investigations of persons appearing in real-time camera streams and/or stored video material
� nds persons enrolled in an image database or unknown persons
enables searches based on person, time, place, gender, age range, and more
stores and reports investigation results
Find demo videos and speci� cation documents at www.cognitec.com
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streamline production of high-quality photos suitable for face recognition supervise and operate the acquisition
process integrate self-service technology into
kiosk applications store demographics with facial images
assess key technical characteristics such as frontal pose, uniform lighting, glasses and open eyes check compliance with international
standards for full frontal image type (e.g. ISO 19794-5 standard)
integrate software into existing document issuing processes and applications
captures optimal facial images for fast, accurate identi� cation processes enables automated passport control in
less than 15 seconds compares live facial images
to biometric photos stored in passports and other ID documents
performs instant biometric veri� cation to allow entry to traveler or deny access detects presentation attacks (checks
for presence of a real face) integrates into eGates at airports,
harbors and other border checkpoints
develop new face recognition applications with use-case and
platform-speci� c software development kits
work with clear and logical APIs use industry-leading algorithms for
enrollment, veri� cation, identi� cation, and portrait characteristics check
apply multiple algorithms use for many application platforms,
from mobile devices to high-end servers
FaceVACS-PortraitAcquisition
FaceVACS Engine
FaceVACS-Entry
Find demo videos and speci� cation documents at www.cognitec.com
Applications ID management access control border control VIP recognition photo indexing and sorting web applications for digital photo
gallery search phone, PC, and banking login
intelligent digital signage automotive applications: driver
recognition and safety humanoid/service robots
Find speci� cation documents at www.cognitec.com
P5 modular, � exible design mobile unit holds monitor, LEDs and
video cameras monitor displays mirror live image
and instructions performs measurements for face
position, frontal pose, still gaze, eyes open and mouth open fast height adjustment according to
face position proprietary sensor detects
presentation attacks (masks, printed images, video material)
installs onto certi� ed glass surfaces or can be ordered with glass cover
Core includes market-leading
algorithm for optimal veri� cation performance veri� es live images against
images in ID documents and/or facial images in databases triggers signal to instantly grant
or deny access according to the person’s security status includes user-friendly interface for
easy integration
Components and featuresFaceVACS-Entry consists of the P5 panel (hardware and � rmware) and the face recognition software Core, which incorporates Cognitec‘s latest matching algorithm.
Find a demo video at www. cognitec.comPlease request product � yer and speci� cation documents from our sales team at [email protected]
mobile unit holds monitor, LEDs and
monitor displays mirror live image
position, frontal pose, still gaze, eyes
fast height adjustment according to
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A more complete list of customers can be found at www.cognitec.com.
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Border controlcomparison of passport photo to the person´s face in more than 1000 automated border control solutions worldwide (including eGate systems from various system integrators)
ID managementduplicate check of new passport photos by comparison to multi-million image databases of existing passport images; used by passport, visa and driver’s license agencies in Australia, Canada, Germany and the US
Voter registrationde-duplication of voter registration image database in Africa (database size of 10 million images)
Law enforcementidenti� cation of suspects from photographs and video stills in comparison to multi-million image databases of offenders; used in Australia, France, the Netherlands, Germany, and the US (database sizes range from 200,000 to 7 million)
Video securityreal-time recognition of known persons (shoplifters, problem gamblers, terrorists, etc.) at casinos, airports, stores and border control points in Canada, Panama, the UK and the US
People � ow managementreal-time analytics and redirection of human traf� c at Gatwick Airport (with 175 cameras), London City Airport (with 10 cameras), Edinburgh Airport and Luton Airport, via the MFlow application developed by Human Recognition Systems
Cognitec is a member of
ASIAL Biometrics Institute European Assoc. for Biometrics IBIA SIA Silicon Trust TeleTrusT
Of� cial Supporter of the Biometrics Institute Privacy Charter
Cognitec received the quality seal 'IT Security made in Germany', issued by TeleTrusT.
Cognitec was founded in 2002 by a team of experts who recognized the growing need for software solutions in the � eld of biometrics.
Our founders have been working on speci� c algorithms for face recognition technology since 1995. Commencing as early as 1996, government and industry customers began relying on the FaceVACS technology for a wide range of applications.
Cognitec still focuses solely on face recognition technology, which has allowed the company to maintain its leading position in the facial biometrics market.
Our technology and products are built on the extensive knowledge of our scientists and software engineers. Their continuing dedication aims to deliver the best performance available on the market. Successful implementations worldwide con� rm excellent performance in terms of recognition accuracy, response times, scalability and reliability.
Cognitec’s products are easy to use, � exible, extendable, and take into account current industry standards. We provide our partners with open system architecture and excellent documentation, tutorials, training, and technical support.
In order to best serve our worldwide customers, Cognitec has established sales and support of� ces in Germany, the United States and Australia.
Cognitec Systems GmbH · HeadquartersGrossenhainer Str. 101, Haus B . 01127 Dresden, GermanyP: +49-351-862-920 . F: +49-351-862-9210
Cognitec Systems Corporation200 Ledgewood Place, Suite 100 . Rockland, MA 02370, USAP: +1-781-616-0600 . F: 1-781-881-0456
Cognitec Systems Pty LtdL21, Tower 2 ∙ Darling Park · 201 Sussex Street · Sydney NSW 2000 · AustraliaP: + 61-2-9006-1510 · F: + 61-2-9006-1010
Cognitec Systems (Macau) LtdEdi� cio China Civil Plaza 13 · andar, N-O · Macau
About CognitecReference ProjectsCognitec has collaborated with more than 200 clients, value-added resellers and system integrators in more than 100 countries. Our partners have developed and continue to create new solutions using our technology—testament to the technical pro� ciency and customer-friendliness of our products. Here are a few examples:
With a clear focus on face recognition technology, we are committed to delivering the best performance available on the market.
[email protected] · www.cognitec.com
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